1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1985 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1985 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Because 1985 Pontiac 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Pontiac 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Austin Allegro (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1985 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Allegro | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
